A Word From the Authors

Whether you’re a student working on academic projects or a professional preparing for real-world challenges, ZAiBook provides you with the essential tools and knowledge to succeed in project management.

About the Book from the authors – Professors Kanabar and Maltzman “We wrote this book to provide a groundbreaking approach to sustainability project management, combining traditional methodologies with artificial intelligence through our innovative Delphi AI framework. This practitioner guide emerged from our experience supervising over 300 successful student projects across academic and corporate environments, where we observed the transformative potential of integrating AI tools into project workflows. Our unique three-part structure for each chapter – foundational tutorial, case study, and sample template – offers a comprehensive learning experience that bridges theory and practice. This approach was specifically designed to address the contemporary challenges of sustainability projects, where rapid technological advancement meets the urgent need for environmental stewardship. What sets this guide apart is our Delphi AI methodology, which systematically incorporates artificial intelligence into the traditional Delphi process for more robust decision-making and project outcomes. Through our work with both graduate and undergraduate students, we’ve found that while most possess the technical knowledge to tackle sustainability challenges, they often lack the structured framework to effectively integrate AI tools into their project management approach. The templates and case study provided have been refined through real-world application across diverse sustainability initiatives, from renewable energy implementations to circular economy strategies. Whether you’re a student embarking on your first sustainability project, a professional transitioning to project management, or an educator looking to incorporate AI methodologies into your curriculum, this guide provides the foundational structure needed to achieve your objectives while leveraging cutting-edge AI tools effectively. By combining our academic expertise with real-world project experience, we’ve created a resource that helps you navigate both the technical and organizational challenges of modern sustainability projects, enhanced by the strategic application of artificial intelligence.”